Scott Faces Allegations of Cover-Up in CBP Nomination

Rodney Scott, President Trump's nominee to lead U.S. Customs and Border Protection, is under scrutiny for his alleged role in covering up the 2010 death of Anastasio Hernández Rojas, who died after being beaten and tased by Border Patrol agents in San Diego. Critics, including Sen. Ron Wyden and former CBP officials, allege Scott oversaw a Border Patrol investigative team that intervened in the local police investigation, delayed FBI notification, and potentially obstructed justice. Letters to the Senate and Department of Homeland Security express concerns that Scott's actions as a senior Border Patrol official demonstrate a lack of discretion required to lead CBP. Defenders argue that Scott was not at the scene and had limited involvement in the internal investigation. The controversy has become a central focus of Scott's Senate confirmation hearing, with broader implications for CBP's accountability and leadership. Scott maintains his focus would be on empowering CBP personnel and modernizing border security measures if confirmed.